Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to supply and deliver high-risk gloves in large and extra-large sizes to the Umzinyathi District Office. The procurement aims to ensure the availability of quality gloves that meet specified standards for use in healthcare settings, particularly in high-risk areas such as gynecology and other sensitive environments. Additionally, the tender emphasizes promoting South African owned enterprises as part of its specific goals.

Scope

The scope encompasses the supply and delivery of:

• 200 large-sized high-risk gloves
• 200 extra-large high-risk gloves

The gloves must conform to detailed specifications, including material, design, and packaging requirements, and be delivered to the Umzinyathi Health District Office at 34 Wilson Street, Dundee. The contract is a once-off procurement with a validity period of 90 days from the advertisement date.

Technical Requirements

The gloves must meet the following technical specifications:

• Type: High risk, powder-free gloves suitable for gynecology and high-risk areas
• Design: Ambidextrous, straight fingers, textured surface all over fingers, beaded cuff
• Material: Natural rubber latex compliant with ISO 2004 standards
• Size and Dimensions:
  • Large: Palm width 110 ± 10 mm, length minimum 290 mm
  • Extra Large: Palm width 115 ± 10 mm, length minimum 290 mm
• Packaging: 50 pairs per box
• Standards: Must comply with SABS specification 68/03 and ASTM standards D3588-91 and D3578-91

Skills Requirements

Applicants should demonstrate the following skills and capabilities:

• Ability to supply gloves that meet international and national safety and quality standards
• Experience in the procurement and delivery of medical gloves or similar healthcare supplies
• Capacity to adhere to technical specifications and standards specified in the tender
• Efficient logistics and supply chain management to ensure timely delivery
• Compliance with procurement policies, including preferential procurement and local enterprise promotion
• Ability to provide necessary documentation, including proof of compliance with SABS and ISO standards, and relevant licensing from the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAPHRA)